Ultimate Wagashi: Kinnukuman becomes a traditional Japanese dessert
The special New Year's Kinnikuman red and white monaka has separate fillings that can be arranged in different ways.
James Richardson
James Richardson is a writer and Japan enthusiast. After living and working in Tokyo for over a decade, he shares his insights on Japanese society, culture, and current events.
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